Lauren Lucas

Coronado High School

Class of 2010

If the number of steps a person takes in an average day could be used to calculate how far that person would go in life, then, hypothetically, Coronado High School senior Lauren Lucas might just go to the moon and back. A fiercely competitive track all-star and scholastic achiever, Lauren’s the kind of gal you won’t see standing still for long. Every movement has a purpose, every step is a carefully timed bound toward a triumphant finish, and every moment is a new opportunity to put her absolute best foot forward. Energetic, vibrant and commited to excellence, Lauren Lucas is – A Step Above.

G.P.A.: 4.67

Sports/Activities/Community Service:

• Varsity Cross Country, 2006-09
• Varsity Track & Field, 2007-Present
• National Honor Society, 2008-Present
• Broadcast Journalism, 2007-Present
• Student Council, 2009-Present
• Environmental Club, 2006-08
• Las Vegas Track Club, 2007-Present
• Chuck Norris A.P. Prep Club, 2008-09
• National Charity League, 2004-Present
• PB & J-a-thon Participant
• Cougars Care Volunteer/Participant
• Three Square Foundation Food Drive Volunteer
• Relay for Life Co-Captain
• Race for the Cure Participant
• Del Mar Gardens Volunteer
• Kids to Kids Book Cleaning Volunteer
• Hope Link, Camp Mend-a-Heart  & Meals on Wheels Volunteer

Scholarships/Awards:

• Presidential Scholarships–DePaul University; University of Portland; Northern Arizona University
• Regent’s Scholarship–University of the Pacific
• Dean’s Scholarship–University of Evansville
• Mark Twain Scholarship–University of Missouri
• Trustee Scholarship–Butler University
• All-State Second Team Cross Country, 2008-09
• All-Region First Team, 2008-09
• All-Division First Team, 2008-09
• Cross Country Overall Best Runner Award, 2009
• Athlete of the Week, Las Vegas Review Journal, 2009
• Cross Country Co-Captain, 2008; Captain, 2009
• Cross Country Legend, 2009; Sportsmanship Award, 2008; Top Underclassman Award, 2007; Best Newcomer Award, 2006
• City Wide Sophomore Cross Country Champion, 2007
• Four Year Cross Country State Qualifier
• Yellow Jersey Award, 2007-09
• Track MVP Distance Award, 2008-09
• Two Year NIAA All-State Academic Team
• Homecoming Duchess, 2007; Queen, 2009

Goals & Aspirations: “I plan to attend college where I will challenge myself and explore a field that I am passionate about.  I would also like to travel to foreign countries to experience different cultures in this diverse world.”

Lauren is Successful Because: “I have been successful because my parents have shown me the importance of hard work and determination.  They have taught me to never give up; that failure is not the worst thing but failure to try your best is. They taught me to follow my heart and chase my dreams.”

Lauren Looks Up To: “I admire my Aunt Kristina. She had a baby and was diagnosed with cancer in the same year, and she has never given up hope nor laughter.  She has taught me that things in life may happen that you never expect, but everything happens for a reason.  She has inspired me to live each day with a purpose and never have any regrets.”